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tonal
01
referring to variations in pitch used to convey meanings or emotions
Example
The tonal shifts in the actor 's delivery conveyed the character 's inner turmoil.
Learning to distinguish tonal nuances is essential for mastering certain languages, such as Cantonese.
02
having tonality; i.e. tones and chords organized in relation to one tone such as a keynote or tonic
Example
The tonal shifts in the actor's delivery conveyed the character's inner turmoil.
Learning to distinguish tonal nuances is essential for mastering certain languages, such as Cantonese.
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